8-KEarnings & ResultsRegulation FDExhibits & Filings

DIGITAL REALTY TRUST, INC. 8-K Report, Financial Results (Apr 26, 2018)

Filed April 26, 2018For Securities:DLRDLR-PJDLR-PKDLR-PL

Summary

Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (DLR) filed an 8-K on April 26, 2018, primarily to announce its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2018. The filing itself does not contain the detailed financial figures but rather directs investors to exhibits, specifically a press release with supplemental information (Exhibit 99.1) and presentation materials (Exhibit 99.2), both available on the company's website. This type of filing is standard for reporting earnings and ensures compliance with Regulation FD, providing all investors with timely access to the same information. Investors should review the referenced press release and presentation materials to understand DLR's performance during the quarter. These documents will contain key financial metrics such as revenue, net income, Funds From Operations (FFO), and any forward-looking guidance or significant operational updates. The disclosure of these materials allows investors to assess the company's operational and financial condition, including any impacts from market conditions or strategic initiatives undertaken by Digital Realty.

Key Highlights

  • 1Digital Realty announced its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2018, via an 8-K filing on April 26, 2018.
  • 2The filing directs investors to Exhibit 99.1 (Earnings Press Release and Supplemental Information) and Exhibit 99.2 (Presentation Materials) for detailed financial and operational data.
  • 3All information is furnished under Items 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) and 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure).
  • 4The disclosures are not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, nor incorporated by reference into other filings.
  • 5Investors are encouraged to access the company's website (www.digitalrealty.com) for the full press release, supplemental data, and presentation materials.
  • 6This filing serves as the primary vehicle for communicating DLR's Q1 2018 financial performance to the public.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce Digital Realty's financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2018. It also ensures compliance with Regulation FD by making this information simultaneously available to all investors.

The detailed financial results are not included directly in the 8-K filing itself. Investors need to refer to the exhibits attached to the filing: Exhibit 99.1 (Earnings Press Release and Supplemental Information) and Exhibit 99.2 (Presentation Materials), which are available on Digital Realty's website.

No, the information furnished in this 8-K filing, particularly under Items 2.02 and 7.01, is not deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. It is provided for informational purposes and to ensure fair disclosure.

The supplemental materials and presentation are expected to contain key financial metrics such as revenue, net income, Funds From Operations (FFO), and potentially other operational data, as well as any updated guidance or strategic commentary from Digital Realty's management regarding the first quarter of 2018.